The
AlcoScan AL2000 Alcohol Breath Analyzer is a highly sensitive scientific instrument which employs an advanced integrated microchip to determine equivalent blood alcohol content within a ten step range of <.01% to .10>%. Easy and convenient to use, the
AlcoScan AL2000 has 10 progressive LED indicators plus audible warning codes to clearly indicate levels of intoxication within seconds.The AL2000 employs the recently developed and
most advanced *MEMS gas sensor which is alcohol
specific eliminating the possible interference from other environmental factors.
This professional
LED step model is used by many law enforcement
and institutional agencies asa
relatively low cost frontline field sobriety test for suspect drunk drivers
and intoxicated individuals.*MEMS is the abbreviation for Microelectro-Mechanical Systems, a technology
developed at the University of California at Berkley that employs miniscule
silicon sensors or "motes" a.k.a "Smart Dust". Smart Dust, as the name implies,
is the equivalent of coating a receptor microchip with micro fine powder
consisting of millions of individual smart sensor motes. The use of MEMS, or
smart dust, exponentially increases the sensitivity and detection effectiveness
of the receptor microchip in identifying and quantifying targeted molecules
(hydrocarbons in the case of alcohol breath analyzers). This increased
sensitivity and accuracy however can be more readily compromised by cigarette
smoke or other contaminates in the air. Therefore it is extremely important that
MEMS devices be used as free from ambient smoke as possible.

Open the protective cover slide by applying light pressure to the translucent sensor cover sliding it downwards to expose the power button and alcohol sensor microchip.

To turn the unit on, depress the power button firmly for 2-3 seconds. The AlcoScan
AL2000 commence a start up process including a self test sequence and automatic re-stabilizing of the alcohol sensor. The LED display will undergo a count up and count down sequence, indicating that purge cycles and circuit tests are taking place. This process generally takes approximately 20 seconds however longer times are possible depending on immediate ambient air conditions (example: testing near cigarette smoke will increase the self test cycle time). Two beeping sounds and a flashing yellow LED light at the WAIT signal indicate the start up process has been completed and the
AlcoScan AL2000 is ready to begin a breath scan.

Ensuring your mouth is close to the alcohol sensor, blow one deep breath directly at the sensor chip for at least 2 seconds. Within two (2) seconds any alcohol molecules present in the breath will be identified, processed and converted into BAC percentage equivalent with visual LED and audible beep codes as follows:

Range

Indicated
by

0.00%
- 0.01% BAC

No
response or Beep sound

0.01%
- 0.02% BAC

Beep
sound with green LED light(s)

0.03%
- 0.05% BAC

Two
(2) Beep sounds with yellow LED light(s)

0.05%
- 0.10% BAC

Beep
sound for 5 seconds with red LED light(s)

Test results will display for approximately 5-6 seconds and should be read
within that period. When the LED indicator bars are no longer illuminated and the yellow LED
WAIT light briefly switches off then resumes blinking, the AlcoScan AL2000 is reset and ready for
immediate retesting.For additional information
on technology method and specificity expectation see
Technology and Accuracy.

The three
standard 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries (provided) will power the AlcoScan AL2000 for
approximately three continuous hours if the power button is not turned off. A
red LED power warning light will illuminate if available power from the
batteries is near minimum level. While the AlcoScan AL2000 will continue to
operate at the low battery signal, fresh batteries should be installed at the
earliest opportunity.

Enclosed rooms with low ventilation or air conditioning may delay the time taken for
recalibration between tests. A flashing red light at the LOW BATTERY LED signal indicates the
ambient air condition is too contaminated for accurate testing (e.g. tobacco
smoke). You should move to a different area with cleaner air prior to performing
the test scan.

Inadvertent spittle or other contamination of the alcohol sensor chip will delay the time taken for recalibration between tests. In the event of spittle, dirt or other contamination, the unit can be shaken to facilitate a quick recovery of the sensor chip.See
Technology and Accuracy.

Avoid touching the alcohol sensor chip as oil from the skin could compromise detection performance. Keep the protective cover slide in the "up" position whenever the unit is not being used.

Smokers should wait for 2-3 minutes after smoking before using the ALAL2000 to
insure that no residual smoke from the lungs causes a false test reading.

The following chart indicates the effects of alcohol consumption on BAC:

Using
the AlcoScan AL2000 is an economical and accurate way to avoid the many risks
associated with alcohol consumption.DUI/DWI State Laws These risks are well publicized and can
lead to life threatening consequences not only for intoxicated individual but
also for other persons potentially affected by the
condition. Used as a monitor, the AlcoScan
ALAL2000 can indicate when equivalent blood alcohol
percentages are below or above state legal limits preventing potential arrest or
worse, reckless endangerment of others. This professional breath analyzer is recommended for "on the spot" testing whenever alcohol consumption
is planned or intoxication is suspected. With the exception of replacement of
the batteries, the AL2000 should provide accurate readings indefinitely as long
as the sensor is not damaged. No additional accessories or diagnostic
consumables are required. The AlcoScan AL2000 comes boxed with
instructions and batteries.